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Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, is headquartered in France. Established in 1828, the company has evolved to serve a diverse range of industries, including construction, automotive, and food safety, with a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Bureau Veritas offers a comprehensive suite of services, including quality assurance, risk management, and compliance solutions, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company is recognised for its rigorous standards and expertise, positioning it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance. With a rich history and a focus on continuous improvement, Bureau Veritas has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its status as a key player in the TIC sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bureau Veritas's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

Bureau Veritas's score of 49 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bureau Veritas's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Bureau Veritas reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 74412000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 74994000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 592278000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes, including significant contributions from business travel and purchased goods and services. Bureau Veritas has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon emissions. The company aims to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they are committed to a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Bureau Veritas is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices, demonstrating a strong commitment to addressing climate change.

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Scope 1
71,732,000
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Scope 2
87,133,000
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Scope 3
509,217,000
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bureau Veritas's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Bureau Veritas is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bureau Veritas is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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